Apart from the data available through APIs he also uses spreadsheets and self-made software to collect information about his mood, time use, expenses, consumption of energy, gasoline, water etc.

Samuel has been active in the Open Knowledge Finland’s MyData working group for several years. He likes to participate in collaborative projects and hackathons. He crowdfundsprojects and invests minor amounts of money in coolstartups.

Samuel has a background in software engineering, identity and access management, enterprise integration and IT strategy. He holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a master’s degree in leadership. He currently works as an Enterprise Architect in the Finnish Centre for Pensions. He is also a board member in the internet service provider Sange. In the rare occasions when he’s not working, playing with his kids or programming, he sails an F18 catamaran.